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NC State's student-run radio station playing indie rock, electronic, hip-hop, jazz and metal. Submit music at http://wknc.org/music.

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Interested in airing a PSA on WKNC 88.1? Visit wknc.org/about/psa/ or contact wknc-programming@ncsu.edu to get started!

25.09.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional graphic for WKNC 88.1 FM with a microphone, mixing console, and text describing DJ training opportunities.

Promotional graphic for WKNC 88.1 FM with a microphone, mixing console, and text describing DJ training opportunities.

Join the team at WKNC. All NC State students can apply for DJ training at the start of each semester or start creating content at any time.
#NCState #CollegeRadio

27.08.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The image is a promotional poster for "WKNC Content Training" featuring a schedule of events and a young woman in a radio studio. The left side lists five events with dates in August.

The image is a promotional poster for "WKNC Content Training" featuring a schedule of events and a young woman in a radio studio. The left side lists five events with dates in August.

Welcome back, Wolfpack! Start your semester right by becoming a content contributor for WKNC. All NC State students are welcome to learn about how to make blogs, videos, podcasts, interviews, radio news and features.

11.08.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The image is a promotional flyer with a red background featuring details about interest meetings for a student radio station. It has a grid-style design with perforated red dots along the left edge.

The image is a promotional flyer with a red background featuring details about interest meetings for a student radio station. It has a grid-style design with perforated red dots along the left edge.

Want to be a DJ for WKNC? If you are an NC State student, stop by 201 Witherspoon for one of our interest meetings on Wednesday, Aug. 20 and Thursday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m.

28.07.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This week on Oak City Move, I sit down with Stacey Donoghue β€” co-founder of StrongHER TogetHER β€” an incredible organization dedicated to empowering girls through mentorship, sisterhood, and community.
#OakCityMove #StrongHERTogetHER #WKNC881 #WomenWhoLead #TriangleNC #YouthEmpowerment #PodcastDrop

15.07.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In a concept album, the album as a whole often means something different than the individual songs. Read more of Emily Heiges’s take on the concept album at blog.wknc.org

12.07.2025 01:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional poster for Neptunes x WKNC 88.1’s β€œ(Almost) Locals Only!” show on July 10th featuring free live music from bands CPS, Survival Tactics, Negative Bias, and Drivel. Event starts at 8 PM; free entry for 21+, $5 for 18+.

Promotional poster for Neptunes x WKNC 88.1’s β€œ(Almost) Locals Only!” show on July 10th featuring free live music from bands CPS, Survival Tactics, Negative Bias, and Drivel. Event starts at 8 PM; free entry for 21+, $5 for 18+.

It’s July, and it’s time for a new Locals Only!, WKNC’s FREE monthly live local music event in partnership with Neptunes! Join us on Thursday, July 10 for some good sounds and cool bands!

07.07.2025 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Silhouette of a tree and hanging figure with the text "HAVE YOU SEEN HIM?" in a gothic font.

Silhouette of a tree and hanging figure with the text "HAVE YOU SEEN HIM?" in a gothic font.

Interview with Prince of Eden: Have You Seen Him?
The seemingly somewhat-Christian β€œelectro-folk” artist who makes beautiful noise heavily influenced by video gaming #wknc #blog

03.07.2025 20:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Digital illustration of a notification card on a soft beige background with a subtle leaf texture and a small black bell icon. The text indicates WKNC may be off air on Thursday, June 26 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., but listeners can enjoy the stations' web streams.

Digital illustration of a notification card on a soft beige background with a subtle leaf texture and a small black bell icon. The text indicates WKNC may be off air on Thursday, June 26 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., but listeners can enjoy the stations' web streams.

Pardon our progress! WKNC's transmitter and broadcast antenna are at NC State's DH Hill Library, so we will be off air at 88.1 HD-1 and HD-2 for part of Thursday. But don't worry. You can still catch us online at wknc.org/listen.

25.06.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional poster for WKNC Summer Events with a list of events and a person at a radio console.

June 26 - Karaoke with WKNC Harris Field, Witherspoon 6–8 P.M.

July 9 - WKNC Content Training 324 Witherspoon (Technician) 1–3 P.M.

July 14 - WKNC Listening Party 343 Witherspoon (WKNC) 5–7 P.M.

July 16 - WKNC Station Tours 343 Witherspoon (WKNC) 3–5 P.M.

July 24 - WKNC Content Training 324 Witherspoon (Technician) 3–5 P.M.

Promotional poster for WKNC Summer Events with a list of events and a person at a radio console. June 26 - Karaoke with WKNC Harris Field, Witherspoon 6–8 P.M. July 9 - WKNC Content Training 324 Witherspoon (Technician) 1–3 P.M. July 14 - WKNC Listening Party 343 Witherspoon (WKNC) 5–7 P.M. July 16 - WKNC Station Tours 343 Witherspoon (WKNC) 3–5 P.M. July 24 - WKNC Content Training 324 Witherspoon (Technician) 3–5 P.M.

We have tons of great events this summer. Join us for Karaoke with WKNC on Thursday, June 26 on Harris Field and check out what else we have coming up in July.

18.06.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Digital illustration designed to resemble a music player interface. The central square displays the podcast β€œOak City Move,” and the text reads "Breaking the Silence: How InterAct and NC State Women’s Center Support Survivors."

Digital illustration designed to resemble a music player interface. The central square displays the podcast β€œOak City Move,” and the text reads "Breaking the Silence: How InterAct and NC State Women’s Center Support Survivors."

We’re kicking off the return of "Oak City Move" with a powerful new episode with Delena Epps-Avery from the NC State Women’s Center and Taylor Price & Shelby Klapec from InterAct to talk about the vital work they do supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence. buff.ly/gqu6zIi

16.06.2025 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Digital illustration designed to resemble a music player interface. The central square displays the podcast β€œOak City Move,” and the text reads "Breaking the Silence: How InterAct and NC State Women’s Center Support Survivors."

Digital illustration designed to resemble a music player interface. The central square displays the podcast β€œOak City Move,” and the text reads "Breaking the Silence: How InterAct and NC State Women’s Center Support Survivors."

We’re kicking off the return of "Oak City Move" with a powerful new episode with Delena Epps-Avery from the NC State Women’s Center and Taylor Price & Shelby Klapec from InterAct to talk about the vital work they do supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence. buff.ly/gqu6zIi

13.06.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two people interacting at an NC State Student Media information table.

Two people interacting at an NC State Student Media information table.

Welcome, new members of the Wolfpack! If you are on campus during New Student Orientation, stop by and see us in the Woodward Student Involvement Center to learn more about WKNC 88.1, Technician, Roundabout, The Nubian Message, Agromeck and all the opportunities we have at NC State Student Media.

12.06.2025 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two people interacting at an NC State Student Media information table.

Two people interacting at an NC State Student Media information table.

Welcome, new members of the Wolfpack! If you are on campus during New Student Orientation, stop by and see us in the Woodward Student Involvement Center to learn more about WKNC 88.1, Technician, Roundabout, The Nubian Message, Agromeck and all the opportunities we have at NC State Student Media.

12.06.2025 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional flyer for Neptunes and WKNC's Locals Only! with text on a dark, crumpled background. Performers for the May 8 event are 03popmachine and applefield.

Promotional flyer for Neptunes and WKNC's Locals Only! with text on a dark, crumpled background. Performers for the May 8 event are 03popmachine and applefield.

Did you miss applefield at WKNC's DBB21 in February? Now is your chance to see applefield with 03popmachine next Thursday at 8 p.m. and Neptunes and WKNC's Locals Only!

01.05.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
DJ with headphones talking into a microphone.

DJ with headphones talking into a microphone.

Attention all NC State groups and local non-profits. Submit your event information for a free PSA on WKNC. Details at wknc.org/PSA. #NCState

28.04.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
College radio starter pack on Bluesky showing logos for KVSZ 88.1 FM, WXYC, WKNC 88.1, Radio K, FlirtFM and WZBT.

College radio starter pack on Bluesky showing logos for KVSZ 88.1 FM, WXYC, WKNC 88.1, Radio K, FlirtFM and WZBT.

Check out our college radio starter pack. go.bsky.app/FsVWnox

17.04.2025 13:42 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Student performer at The Corner performance space.

Student performer at The Corner performance space.

Today is the NC State Day of Giving. Support your favorite college radio station and events like WKNC's Local Lunch Live by #GivingPack. buff.ly/ocrxpGi (BTW Local Lunch Live starts today at noon!) @ncstate.bsky.social

26.03.2025 15:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
DJs under a WKNC 88.1 tent on Harris Field

DJs under a WKNC 88.1 tent on Harris Field

The Strength of the Wolf is the Pack. 🐺 Support what you love (like WKNC) during NC State's Day of Giving on March 26. #GivingPack @ncstate.bsky.social

buff.ly/ocrxpGi

24.03.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Challenges | NC State Day of Giving NC State Day of Giving: passion inspired, donor fueled.

I'm helping my favorite area of @NCState (hint: it's WKNC) get a head start on Day of Giving β€” and you can, too! Learn how: ncst.at/SPuU50UKjkr #GivingPack

12.03.2025 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Streetcar Named Locals Only! - WKNC 88.1 FM - North Carolina State University Student Radio Locals Only! WKNC’s collaborative project with Neptunes to showcase local talent returns once more on Thursday, March 13th with an all-star lineup of punk bands for your listening pleasure. Without fu...

Join us on Thursday, March 13 for Locals Only! at Neptunes. wknc.org/2025/03/12/a...

12.03.2025 18:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Student Spotlight: Daniel Turk December 2024 Student Spotlight

Shout out to our DJ Daniel Turk for earning the December student spotlight from the Department of Performing Arts and Technology.

05.01.2025 17:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
WKNC Songs of the Year 2024: "Docket" by Blondshell featuring Billy, "Plastic" by Glitterer, "ride around" by Goat Girl, "Vampire Empire" by Adrianne Lenker, "Wong Kar-wai" by Say Lou Lou and "Hello" by Girl and Girl.

WKNC Songs of the Year 2024: "Docket" by Blondshell featuring Billy, "Plastic" by Glitterer, "ride around" by Goat Girl, "Vampire Empire" by Adrianne Lenker, "Wong Kar-wai" by Say Lou Lou and "Hello" by Girl and Girl.

WKNC played more than 134,000 songs on our HD-1 channel in 2024. Here are the top six.

#CollegeRadio #2024Playlist

03.01.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Retro-style recruitment poster for WKNC spring interest meetings on Tuesday, Jan. 7 and Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. in 201 Witherspoon.

Retro-style recruitment poster for WKNC spring interest meetings on Tuesday, Jan. 7 and Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. in 201 Witherspoon.

Hot off the digital press is the graphic for our spring interest meeting. NC State students can stop by 201 Witherspoon on Jan. 7 or 8 to learn more and get an application.

19.12.2024 20:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Neptunes and WKNC 88.1 present Locals Only! with Electric Lady Man and Booster Club. Free Live music on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. Free for 21+ and $5 for 18-20.

Neptunes and WKNC 88.1 present Locals Only! with Electric Lady Man and Booster Club. Free Live music on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. Free for 21+ and $5 for 18-20.

Just announced! Join us next Thursday, Dec. 14 for free, live music from Raleigh bands Electric Lady Man and Booster Club. #NCMusic #LocalsOnly

04.12.2024 20:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Three students sitting around microphones.

Three students sitting around microphones.

Support your local college radio station at wknc.org/donate. #GivingTuesday

03.12.2024 14:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Best Podcast Talent finalists showing Katie Quesinberry and Claire Conklin from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

Best Podcast Talent finalists showing Katie Quesinberry and Claire Conklin from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

International Student Broadcasting Championship - Best Audio Production Sponsorship Finalist - Katie Quesinberry and Claire Conklin for McKay's Used Books.

#ISBC

22.11.2024 16:34 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Best News Feature finalists showing Emilia Rivadeneira from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

Best News Feature finalists showing Emilia Rivadeneira from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

International Student Broadcasting Championship - Best News Feature Finalist - Emilia Rivadeneira for "Eye on the Triangle North Carolina Heat Wave."

#ISBC

22.11.2024 16:25 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Best News Broadcaster finalists showing Ellie Feaga from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

Best News Broadcaster finalists showing Ellie Feaga from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

International Student Broadcasting Championship - Best News Broadcaster Finalist - Ellie Feaga for "Eye on the Triangle Weekly News Jan. 29, 2024."

#ISBC

22.11.2024 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Best Sports Presenter finalists showing Griffin Cunningham and Stone Boylan from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

Best Sports Presenter finalists showing Griffin Cunningham and Stone Boylan from WKNC 88.1 at NC State.

International Student Broadcasting Championship - Best Sports Presenter Finalist - Griffin Cunningham and Stone Boylan

#ISBC

22.11.2024 16:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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